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Scholarships


 

The American University of Kurdistan offers scholarships for students, as per the following
conditions:

  • The student must be enrolled as full-time (min. 12 credits/semester).
  • The student must be self-funded (exceptions are scholarships, loans, etc.).
  • The student fulfills the conditions of the specific scholarship.

Scholarships and Awards


 

  • Conditions:
    • The student must be self-funded (exceptions are scholarships, loans,
      etc.).
    • Be a citizen or resident of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq or be of
      Kurdish ethnicity residing in a neighboring country of Iraq.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50
      for
      the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester, to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • Scholarship seats are limited for each program and high school
      category.
    • The student is responsible for the full cost of all repeated,
      failed, or withdrawn courses.
    • Any credits attempted beyond the total required credits in the
      student’s study plan will be charged at the full tuition rate.
    • Included programs:
      • Computer Software and Security
      • Design
      • International Studies
      • Business Administration
      • Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering
      • Petroleum Engineering
      • Nursing
      • Architecture Engineering
  • Baccalaureate score: 90%-100%
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Partial scholarship covering $4,650 of tuition English Language
      Program and other fees not
      included
  • How to Apply:
    • You may visit the campus, Office of Admissions and
      Registration.
    Click
    here
  • Application Deadline:Open every academic year, until seats
    are filled
  • Funded by: The American University of Kurdistan
  • For further information call 07517414102/07517414103 or send an
    email to
    admissions@auk.edu.krd
  • Conditions:
    • The student must be self-funded (exceptions are scholarships, loans,
      etc.).
    • Be a citizen or resident of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq or be of
      Kurdish ethnicity residing in a neighboring country of Iraq.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50
      for
      the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester, to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • Scholarship seats are limited for each program and high school
      category.
    • The student is responsible for the full cost of all repeated,
      failed, or withdrawn courses.
    • Any credits attempted beyond the total required credits in the
      student’s study plan will be charged at the full tuition rate.
    • Included programs:
      • Computer Software and Security
      • Design
      • International Studies
      • Business Administration
      • Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering
      • Petroleum Engineering
      • Nursing
      • Architecture Engineering
  • Baccalaureate score: 80%-89.99%
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Partial scholarship covering $2,550 of tuition
    • The cost of English Language Program and other fees not included
  • How to Apply:
    • You may visit the campus, Office of Admissions and
      Registration.
    Click
    here
  • You may visit the campus, Admissions, and Registration Department.
  • Application Deadline: Open every academic year, until seats
    are filled.
  • Funded by: The American University of Kurdistan
  • For further information call 07517414102-07517414103 or send an email to
    admissions@auk.edu.krd
Children and spouses of martyrs are offered full tuition grants
to study at AUK. This
government-funded grant is provided by the Ministry of Anfal and Martyrs to students
within the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The grant applies to the governorates operating
within the Kurdistan Region of Iraq: Duhok, Hawler, and Sulaimaniyah.
  • Number of awards: Open
  • Conditions:
    • The student must fill out all application forms and provide all
      documentation required by AUK and governmental offices.
    • The student must abide by all rules and regulations set by the
      Ministry
      of Anfal and Martyrs.
    • Continuous enrollment is required until completion of bachelor’s
      degree.
    • In the event that the student uses up their allowance prior to
      graduation due to failed courses/exams, the student must
      independently
      fund his/her own tuition through to graduation. Unfortunately, if a
      student is unable to pay his/her own tuition after they have used up
      their allowance, the student will not be able to continue their
      academic
      career at AUK.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester, to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may visit the campus, Office of Admissions and Registration.
      Click
      here
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Recipients are provided an allowance to cover the cost of English
      language courses and the
      bachelor’s program by the Kurdish Regional Government; this does not
      cover the repeats of any courses.
  • Funded by: The KRG Ministry of Anfal and Martyrs Affairs
  • For further information call 07517414102/07517414103 or send an email to
    admissions@auk.edu.krd
Children of political prisoners are offered full tuition grants
to study at AUK. This
government grant is provided by the Ministry of Anfal and Martyrs to students within
the
Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The grant applies to the governorates operating within the
KRG: Duhok, Hewler, and Suliemania.
  • Number of awards: Open
  • Conditions:
    • Students must fill out all application forms and provide all
      documentation required by AUK and governmental offices.
    • Students must abide by all rules and regulations set by the Ministry
      of
      Anfal and Martyrs.
    • Continuous enrollment is required until completion of bachelor’s
      degree.
    • In the event that the student uses up their allowance prior to
      graduation due to their failure of exams/courses, the student then
      must
      independently fund his/her own tuition through to graduation
      Unfortunately, if a student is unable to pay his/her own tuition
      after
      they have used up their allowance, the student will be unable to
      continue their academic career at AUK.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester, to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • How to Apply:
      • You may visit the campus, Office of Admissions and
        Registration
    Click here
  • Financial Coverage
    • Students receiving PPA are provided an allowance to cover the cost
      of English language courses
      and the bachelor’s program by the Kurdish Regional Government. This
      does not
      cover the repeat of any courses.
    • Fees are not covered
  • Funded by: The KRG Ministry of Anfal and Martyrs Affairs
  • For further information call 07517414102/07517414103 or send an email to
    admissions@auk.edu.krd
  • Scholarship Start Semester: Fall 2026
  • Number of Awards: 20
  • Included Programs:
    • B.Sc. in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering: 5 Seat
    • B.A. in International Studies: 2 Seat
    • B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering: 2 Seat
    • B.Sc. in Architectural Engineering: 1 Seats
    • B.Sc. in Nursing: 5 Seats
    • B.A. in Designg: 3 Seats
    • B.Sc. in Computer Software & Security: 2 Seats
  • Five awards are reserved for Kurdish students from Rojava (Northeastern Syria), verified through official documentation.
  • Conditions:
    • The award recipient should have achieved a score of 80% or above in their baccalaureate certificate to qualify for the scholarship.
    • Higher averages are required for specific majors if the student graduated from an institute.
    • To qualify for the second selection stage, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:

        • 1. Achieve Level 4 or higher on the AUK placement test.

        2. Submit a valid, authenticated certificate for one of the
        following:

      • TOEFL ITP: 500+ (Conducted at AUK)
      • IELTS (Paper-Based): 6.0+
    • The candidate must submit a complete application for admission.
    • The scholarship is valid for a period of five years from the acceptance date.
    • Students applying to the Architectural Engineering program must meet the minimum TOEFL ITP or IELTS score requirements specified above.
    • The scholarship is valid for a period of five years from the acceptance date.
    • The award recipient must maintain full-time status, with a minimum of 12 credits each semester, to remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 throughout their studies to remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must abide by the student code of conduct to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Tuition: Courses as stated in the Study Plan for the academic program.
    • Financial Aid: Covering transportation or accommodation; students must apply as per individual need.
    • Admission Fees: One time.
    • Deposit: One time.
    • ID Card: One-time.
    • IT Fees: Covering a maximum of five years at AUK.
    • English-Language Placement Test: One-time.
    • English-Language Levels: As required by results of the Placement Test; covering only Levels 4, 5, and 6.
    • Textbooks for English-Language Levels: As required.
    • TOEFL: One attempt.
    • The student must reimburse all costs covered under the scholarship if they decide to withdraw from the university.
    • The student is responsible for the full cost of all repeated, failed, or withdrawn courses/levels.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form: Click here
    • Applicants who qualify for the next stage will be contacted to submit
      the following to (auk.scholarships@auk.edu.krd)
    • An essay (in English or Kurdish) documenting your interest in your
      choice of program.
    • High school grades.
    • A copy of the national ID card
    • • Sponsored by: Darin Company represented by Mr. Mala Shnee Bashir Shnee
    • Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

Past Scholarships


 

  • Available Seats: 25
  • Conditions:
    • Be a citizen or resident of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
    • Have a baccalaureate score of 80% and higher.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
    • Maintain full-time status, min. 12 credits each semester to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • All repeated courses will be charged at the
      full tuition rate.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
      for the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • Students with a cGPA lower than 2.5 will lose the scholarship for
      one semester and have to earn it back by increasing their cGPA to
      2.5. During this semester, the student will be self-funded.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • The cost of English Language Program and the bachelor’s program is
      covered, and the repeats of any courses, housing in the University
      Residence Facility, fees, and the costs of English-Language
      Proficiency Exams are not covered
  • How to Apply: Applications are closed.
  • Application Deadline: December 1st, 2020
  • Available Seats: 59
  • Priority:
    • 47 awards for female students
  • Conditions:
    • Be a citizen or resident of Iraq and be from one of the prioritized
      populations.
    • Have a baccalaureate score of 80% and higher.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
    • Be admitted and enroll as a full-time student.
    • Included programs: Nursing, Electronics & Telecommunications
      Engineering, Computer Software & Security.
    • Maintain full-time status, min. 12 credits each semester to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00
      for the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • All repeated courses will be charged at the
      full tuition rate.
    • It is not possible to change the program the recipient is enrolled
      in.
    • Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.00 will be placed on
      probation and will have two semesters to reach a cGPA of minimum
      2.00. Students who fail to do so will be dismissed from the
      university.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Tuition, fees, and the cost of English Language courses are covered
  • How to Apply: Applications are closed.
  • Application Deadline: November 11, 2021
  • Funded by: United States Department of State
  • Number of awards: 20
  • Priority: 10 awards for female applicants / 10 awards for
    male applicants
  • Conditions:
    • Be a citizen of the KRI (and not holding second citizenship)
    • Being proficient in both written and spoken English will be taken
      into account advantageously in the selection process.
    • Be from a financially disadvantaged background.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission
    • Be admitted and enroll as a full-time student.
    • The scholarship covers full tuition for the total number of credit
      hours in the bachelor’s degree program.
    • Maintain full-time status, min. 12 credits each semester, to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00
      for the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • All repeated courses will be charged at the full tuition rate .
    • It is not possible to change the program the recipient is enrolled
      in.
  • Included programs:
    • B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering
    • B.Sc. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
    • B.Sc. in Computer Software and Security
    • B.Sc. in Nursing
    • B.A in Business Administration with Specialization in Accounting and
      Finance Management
    • B.A in Business Administration with Specialization in Oil and Gas
      Management
  • How to Apply:
    • You can fill out the scholarship eligibility form here
    Click here
  • Baccalaureate score: 80%.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship; including university fees and accommodation for
      female students.
    • Funded by: GENEL Energy
    • Application Deadline: August 21, 2022
  • Number of Awards: 44
  • Priority: 35 awards for female applicants, 20 seats for
    applicants from Central and Southern Iraqi governorates.
  • Conditions:
    • Be a citizen or resident of Iraq and be from one of the prioritized
      populations.
    • Have a baccalaureate score of 80% and higher.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
    • Be admitted and enroll as a full-time student.
    • Included programs: Nursing, Electronics & Telecommunication
      Engineering, Computer Software & Security
      Maintain full-time status, min. 12 credits each semester, to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00
      for the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • All repeated courses will be charged at the full tuition rate.
    • It is not possible to change the program the recipient is enrolled
      in.
    • Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.00 will be placed on
      probation and will have two semesters to reach a cGPA of minimum
      2.00. Students who fail to do so will be dismissed from the
      university.
    • The award recipient must have not completed a university degree.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship covering tuition, English language courses, and
      university fees. For female applicants requiring dormitory, call
      +964 (751) 741 4103 for more information.
  • How to Apply:
    • You can fill out the scholarship eligibility form here CLICK HERE For more information,
      call +964 (751) 741 4103.
    • Bring the following documents or send digital copies to scholarships@auk.edu.krd:
      • An essay (in English, Kurdish, or Arabic) documenting your
        interest in your choice of program.
  • Funded by: United States Department of State
  • Application Deadline: November 16, 2022
  • Number of awards: Open
  • Conditions:
    • The student must be self-funded (exceptions are
      scholarships, loans,
      etc.).
    • Be a citizen or resident of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq or
      be of
      Kurdish ethnicity residing in a neighboring country of Iraq.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA
      of 2.50 for
      the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester,
      to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • Baccalaureate score: 98%-100%.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship
    • The cost of English Language Program and other fees not
      included
  • How to Apply:
    • You may visit the campus, Office
      of Admissions and Registration.
    Click here
  • Application Deadline: Open
  • Funded by: The American University of Kurdistan
  • For further information call 07517414102/07517414103 or send an email to
    admissions@auk.edu.krd
How to Apply: Scholarship Criteria:
  • The recipient must be of Kurdish ethnicity.
  • The recipient must hail from a lower-income community and provide
    evidence of financial need.
  • The candidate must submit a complete Application for Admission.
  • The award recipient should have achieved a score of 80% or above in
    their baccalaureate certificate to qualify for the scholarship.
  • The award recipient must maintain full-time status, with a minimum
    of 12 credits each semester, to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
    for the duration of their studies to remain eligible for the
    scholarship.
  • The award recipient must abide by the student code of conduct to
    remain eligible for the scholarship.
Financial Coverage:
  • Full scholarship
Funded by: Asad S. Khailany
Trust Application Deadline: October 10, 2023
  • Number of awards: 200
  • Conditions:
    • Be a graduate of a public high school or vocational school
      within the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
    • Open to transfer students; as per AUK policies, university
      courses taken previously may be transferable toward the AUK
      bachelor's degree.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA
      of 2.50 for the duration of their studies to remain eligible
      for the scholarship.
    • Students granted refugee status are eligible for the
      scholarship.
    • Maintain full-time status, minimum 12 credits each semester,
      to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • Baccalaureate score: 90.00% and higher.
  • Financial Coverage:
    Recipients are provided an allowance to cover the cost of English
    Language Program and the bachelor’s program by the Ministry of
    Higher Education and Scientific Research; this does not cover the
    repeats of any courses. Housing in the University Residence
    Facility, fees and the costs of English-Language Proficiency Exams
    are not covered.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may visit the campus, Office of Admissions and
      Registration.
    • Click here
  • Application Deadline: Applications received by
    February 22, 2022 will receive priority consideration.
  • Sponsored by: The Kurdistan Regional Government and
    the American University of Kurdistan.
  • For further information call 07517414102 / 07517414103 or
    send an email to admissions@auk.edu.krd
  • Number of Awards: 49
  • Priority: 39 awards for female applicants.
  • Conditions:
    • Be a citizen or resident of Iraq and be from one of the
      prioritized populations.
    • Have a baccalaureate score of 80% and higher.
    • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
    • Be admitted and enroll as a full-time student.
    • Included programs:
      • Nursing
      • Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
      • Computer Software & Security
      • Business Administration
    • Maintain full-time status, a minimum of 12 credits each
      semester, to remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA
      of 2.00 for the duration of their studies to remain eligible
      for the scholarship.
    • Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.00 will be
      placed on probation and will have two semesters to reach a
      cGPA of minimum 2.00. Students who fail to do so will be
      dismissed from the university.
    • The student must abide by the student code of conduct to
      remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • All repeated courses will be charged at the full tuition
      rate.
      The scholarship is valid until the end of Fall 2028. Any
      courses taken after Fall 2028 will be charged to the
      student.
    • It is not possible to change the program the recipient is
      enrolled in.
    • The award recipient must have not completed a university
      degree.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship covering tuition, English language courses,
      and university fees. For female applicants requiring
      dormitory, send an e-mail to financial.aid@auk.edu.krd
  • How to Apply:
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form CLICK HERE
    • Bring copies of the following documents:
      • An essay (in English, Kurdish, or Arabic)
        documenting your interest in your choice of program.
      • High school grades
      • Proof of household income
    • For more information, call +964 (751) 741 0000
  • Funded by: United States Department of State
  • Application Deadline: November 2nd, 2023
  • Scholarship Start Semester: January 2024
  • Number of awards: 5
  • Priority: 3 awards for female applicants.
  • Included programs:
    • Computer Software & Security
    • Design
    • International Studies
    • Business Administration
    • Architectural Engineering
    • Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
    • Petroleum Engineering
    • Nursing
  • Conditions:
    • The recipient must be of Kurdish ethnicity.
    • The recipient must be currently living in Turkey.
    • The recipient must hail from a lower-income community and
      provide evidence of financial need.
    • The candidate must submit a complete Application for
      Admission.
    • The award recipient should have achieved a score of 80% or
      above in their baccalaureate certificate to qualify for the
      scholarship.
    • Selected applicants must submit the high school equivalency
      certification within one year of acceptance.
    • The scholarship is valid for a period of five years from the
      acceptance date
    • The award recipient must maintain full-time status, with a
      minimum of 12 credits each semester, to remain eligible for
      the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA
      of 2.0 for the duration of their studies to remain eligible
      for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must abide by the student code of
      conduct to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship covering tuition, English language courses,
      housing, and university fees.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form: Click here
    • The applicants qualified for the next stage will be
      contacted to submit the following to (auk.scholarships@auk.edu.krd):
      • An essay (in English
        or Kurdish) documenting your interest in your choice
        of program.
      • High school grades
      • Proof of household
        income
  • Sponsored by: Mr. Bişar
    Çoktin, BC Group.
  • Application Deadline: July 25, 2024.
  • Scholarship Start Semester: : Fall 2024 (August
    25, 2024)
  • Number of awards: 5
  • Included programs:
    • B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering
    • B.Sc. in Architectural Engineering
  • Conditions:
    • The recipient must be a citizen-resident of the Duhok
      Governorate in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
    • The recipient must come from an economically
      disadvantaged family; s/he must provide evidence of
      financial need.
    • The award recipient should have achieved a score of 80%
      or above in their baccalaureate certificate to qualify
      for the scholarship.
    • The candidate must submit a complete application for
      admission
    • The scholarship is valid for a period of five years from
      the acceptance date for petroleum engineering and six
      years from the acceptance date for architectural
      engineering.
    • The award recipient must maintain full-time status, with
      a minimum of 12 credits each semester, to remain
      eligible for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative
      GPA of 2.0 throughout their studies to remain eligible
      for the scholarship.
    • The award recipient must abide by the student code of
      conduct to remain eligible for the scholarship.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Full scholarship covering tuition, English language
      courses, and university fees.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form: Click
      here
    • The applicants qualified for the next stage will be
      contacted to submit the following to (auk.scholarships@auk.edu.krd):
      • An essay (in
        English or Kurdish) documenting your interest in
        your choice of program.
      • High school
        grades.
      • Proof of
        household income.
      • An official
        documentation indicating residency in Duhok
        Governorate.
      • A copy of the
        national ID card.
  • Sponsored by: Mr. Bnas Doski and Shinal
    Company, under the scope of the company's corporate social
    responsibility
  • Application Deadline: August 05, 2024.
  • Available Seats: 3
  • Program: Architectural Engineering.
  • Conditions:
    • Be of the Muslim faith.
    • Submit a valid TOEFL ITP score of 537+, a TOEFL iBT score of
      75+, or an IELTS score of 6.0 at the time of application;
      Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be
      considered.
    • Achieved a score of 80% or higher in their baccalaureate
      certificate.
    • Maintain full-time status (minimum of 12 credits each
      semester) to remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • Abide by the Student Code of Conduct to remain eligible.
    • Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 throughout their
      studies to remain eligible; Students with a cumulative GPA
      lower than 2.00 will be placed on probation and have two
      semesters to raise it to 2.00 or higher. Those failing to do
      so will be dismissed from the University.
    • Repeated courses are not covered under the scholarship;
      students will be charged at the full tuition rate for
      repeated courses.
    • The scholarship is valid only for Architectural Engineering;
      Changing to another program is not permitted.
    • Political affiliation is not a consideration.
  • Financial Coverage:
    • Academic Tuition
    • Other Fees: Including ID, IT, and Admission
      fees.
  • How to Apply:
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form:
      • Click here
    • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form:
      • Applicants qualified for the next stage will be
        contacted to submit the following to auk.scholarships@auk.edu.krd
      • An essay (in English or Kurdish) documenting interest
        in Architectural Engineering.
      • High school grades.
      • A copy of the national ID card/passport.
      • A valid certificate of a TOEFL ITP score of 537+, a
        TOEFL iBT score of 75+, or an IELTS score of 6.0.
    • Sponsored by: Mr. Mehmet Kürk
    • Application Deadline: December 3, 2024.
    • For further information call 07517414102 or 07517414103 or
      send an email to admissions@auk.edu.krd.
    • Available Seats: 48
    • Priority:
      • 38 seats for female students
      • 6 seats for male students from minorities &
        underrepresented groups
      • 4 seats for male students of lower-income families
        with evidence of outstanding performance in
        high-school
    • Conditions:
      • Be a citizen or resident of Iraq and be from one of
        the prioritized populations.
      • Have a baccalaureate score of 80% and higher.
      • Submit a complete Application for Admission.
      • Be admitted and enroll as a full-time student.
      • Included programs: All of the Programs offer at AUK.
      • Maintain full-time status, min. 12 credits each
        semester to remain eligible for the scholarship.
      • The student must abide by the student code of
        conduct to remain eligible for the scholarship.
      • The award recipient must maintain a minimum
        cumulative GPA of 2.00 for the duration of their
        studies to remain eligible for the scholarship.
      • All repeated courses will be charged at the
        full tuition rate.
      • It is not possible to change the program the
        recipient is enrolled in.
      • Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.00 will
        be placed on probation and will have two semesters
        to reach a cGPA of minimum 2.00. Students who fail
        to do so will be dismissed from the university.
    • Financial Coverage:
      • Fully funded
    • How to Apply: Applications are closed.
    • Application Deadline: December 1st, 2020
    • Funded by: United States Department of
      State
    • Scholarship Start Semester: Fall 2025 (August 24, 2025)
    • Number of Awards: 25
    • Included Programs:
      • B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering: 6 Seat
      • B.A. in Business Administration with a specialization in Oil and Gas Management:
        6 Seat
      • B.Sc. in Nursing: 8 Seat
      • B.Sc. in Computer Software & Security: 5 Seats
    • Conditions:
      • The award recipient should have achieved a score of 80% or above in
        their baccalaureate certificate to qualify for the scholarship.
      • Qualified applicants who identify as IDPs or belong to a vulnerable
        population are encouraged to apply. They must provide official
        documentation to verify their status.
      • To qualify for the second selection stage, applicants must
        demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:

          • 1. Achieve Level 4 or higher on the AUK placement test.

          2. Submit a valid, authenticated certificate for one of the
          following:

            a) TOEFL ITP: 537+ (Conducted at AUK)

            b) TOEFL iBT: 75+

            c) IELTS: 6+

      • The candidate must submit a complete application for admission.
      • The scholarship is valid for a period of five years from the
        acceptance date.
      • The award recipient must maintain full-time status, with a minimum
        of 12 credits each semester, to remain eligible for the scholarship.
      • The award recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
        throughout their studies to remain eligible for the scholarship.
      • The award recipient must abide by the student code of conduct to
        remain eligible for the scholarship.
    • Financial Coverage:
      • Full scholarship covering tuition, English language courses, and
        university fees.
      • Awardees are responsible for covering costs for any failed, withdrawn,
        or repeated courses/levels.
    • How to Apply:
      • You may fill out the scholarship eligibility form: Click here
      • Applicants who qualify for the next stage will be contacted to submit
        the following to (auk.scholarships@auk.edu.krd)
      • An essay (in English or Kurdish) documenting your interest in your
        choice of program.
      • High school grades.
      • A copy of the national ID card
      • Sponsored by: Dr. Dhia Jafar Scholarship supported by
        The Jafar Family.
      • Application Deadline: November 20, 2025
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